Ragged Edge Theatre’s “Charlotte’s Web” with Jaycie Wilcox & Sadie Peavler 2/22/2023
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Fayette Co. Public Schools bus overturns on East New Circle at Liberty Road; no injuries
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) 9:36 a.m. FCPS Spokeswoman Lisa Deffendall says none of the 40 children on board were injured when the bus overturned. The bus driver and a bus monitor were also on board, totaling 42 people. The students were en route to Crawford Middle School. Counselors will be at the school if any students need assistance, Deffendall added. An…
Former Owsley Co. circuit court clerk of over 40 years dies
OWSLEY COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) — Mike Mays, the former Owsley County circuit court clerk for over four decades, died last week. He was 74. Mays retired in 2021 after a sudden illness, according to the clerk’s office. He was born in Booneville in 1948 and was a member of the Cow Creek Presbyterian Church. He served during the Vietnam War…
United Way of the Bluegrass’ Jordan Wilson on Tax Help 2/22/23
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McCreary Co. superintendent arrested for allegedly bringing gun into Board of Education building
STEARNS, Ky. (WTVQ) — McCreary County’s superintendent was arrested Tuesday after allegedly bringing a gun into the Board of Education building. John Gunn is accused of bringing a handgun into the building at 6 a.m., according to the arrest citation. Officers viewed video footage from the school district’s camera system and say Gunn admitted to having the gun when he…
Lexington man reflects on longtime friendship with Jimmy Carter
Lyle Hanna shares memories with former President Jimmy Carter through his Habitat for Humanity charity work
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — Lyle Hanna is among many all over the world who has former president Jimmy Carter in his thoughts and prayers. Carter’s family has announced he will forgo any additional medical attention and live out his remaining days in hospice care at his home. “It’s going to be sad to have him leave us, but it doesn’t…
Solid Blue fans excited to see alcohol sales at baseball, softball games
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – The University of Kentucky baseball team brought in a win Tuesday night in the home opener game against Evansville. Solid Blue fans talking about more than just the excitement on the diamond as beer and seltzers are now being sold at Kentucky Proud Park. On Friday, UK announced beer and seltzers could be sold during baseball…
Record warmth on the table through the mid-week
With afternoon highs surging into the mid to upper 70s, we could break a few records as it will feel more like mid to late May through Thursday
It turned out to be a delightful “Fat Tuesday” across Central and Eastern Kentucky with sunshine, a nice westerly breeze and afternoon highs overachieving a bit into the upper 50s and low 60s. With a stalled out frontal boundary just to our south set to work back to the north as a warm front into Wednesday, our rain and storm…
Henry Clay Estate: Artwork for Slaves 2/21/23
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Ky. Supreme Court upholds conviction in murder of Louisville Metro police detective
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) — The Kentucky Supreme Court last week unanimously upheld the conviction and sentence of a man who murdered a Louisville Metro police detective in 2018. Roger Burdette crashed his tanker truck into detective Deidre Mengedoht’s vehicle while he was driving under the influence and streaming pornography at the time of the crash, Attorney General Daniel Cameron said…
Principal placed on leave since November sues FCPS superintendent, Board of Education, more
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — A Lexington high school principal placed on leave since November 2022 is now suing the Fayette County Board of Education, the superintendent, the chief school leadership officer and the district spokeswoman. Paul Laurence Dunbar High School Principal Marlon Ball’s lawsuit states chief school leadership officer James McMillin “was unhappy with being selected as principal of Dunbar High…
Pleasant Tuesday ahead of record warmth and rain chances
Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast.
As morning fog fades, pleasant conditions are on the way for your Tuesday afternoon. It’s a Dillon Gaudet “Go Day” thanks to the afternoon sunshine and above-average temperatures. A weak frontal boundary that passed through early Tuesday morning will exit Some light rain will develop overnight, with thunderstorms possible in northern Kentucky by Wednesday morning. Rain showers will exit by…
Trivia: Pancake Day 2.21.23
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The wacky, gruesome ‘Cocaine Bear’ loosely based on an infamous true story
(CNN NEWSOURCE) — A new movie heading to theaters this week was loosely inspired by true events — yes, you guessed it. Cocaine Bear. The real “cocaine bear” incident occurred in Blue Ridge, Georgia in 1985, when investigators found the carcass of a black bear that had ingested large amounts of the substance, which was thrown from a smuggler’s plane….
Guns N’ Roses bringing 2023 World Tour to Rupp Arena
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — Legendary rock and roll band Guns N’ Roses is bringing their 2023 World Tour to Lexington. Guns N’ Roses is set to play at Rupp Arena on Sept. 6. It’s part of their massive tour where they’ll be headlining stadiums, festivals and arenas throughout the summer and fall. Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m….
Last days for Senate, House to submit new bills. What you should know
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) — Tuesday and Wednesday are the last days Senate and House members can submit new bills for consideration. Here’s a quick recap of the rest of the 2023 Regular Session and what you should know. The Legislative Research Commission approved the final calendar for the 2023 Regular Session. It’s as follows: Part I convenes on Tuesday, Jan….
Tuesday Trivia Celebrates Mardi Gras! 2/21/23
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What to know: Experts tackle gun laws in Kentucky
After Lexington Police say a man was shot by a homeowner during an overnight home invasion
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — After Lexington Police say a man was shot by a homeowner during an overnight home invasion there are questions lingering about what you can, and cannot do when it comes to protecting yourself. “In Kentucky we have the castle doctrine, which essentially says if you’re in your home and someone is trying to come in you,…
More unseasonably mild air for February on the horizon
A few additional showers and storms will be on the horizon but temperatures will be well above average mid-week with highs in the 70s
After a nice February weekend across Central and Eastern Kentucky we saw a dreary President’s Day as a frontal boundary and a wave of low pressure cruised through the area. Most of the rain was gone by early afternoon and despite some lingering clouds, a southwest wind helped push afternoon highs into the mid-50s with milder air where the sun…
Truck drives into home on Carlisle Avenue in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — A truck drove into a home in the 100 block of Carlisle Avenue Monday afternoon, causing significant damage. According to the Lexington Fire Department, the home sustained serious structural damage but they don’t believe anyone was injured. Firefighters searched the home and didn’t find anyone inside but will research once the truck is removed. The driver…